Taking care of your feet every day is essential for comfort and overall health. Wearing comfortable, well-fitting shoes supports proper alignment and prevents pain. Regular walking promotes circulation and strength, while washing your feet daily removes dirt and bacteria. Moisturizing helps prevent dryness and cracking, and wearing clean socks protects the skin from friction and moisture buildup. Consistent foot care reduces the risk of infections, calluses, corns, and other problems. A podiatrist can assess your foot health, recommend proper footwear, and treat any developing issues early. If you have foot pain, it is suggested that you consult a podiatrist who can treat various foot conditions, and guide you on additional everyday foot care tips.

Everyday foot care is very important to prevent infection and other foot ailments. If you need your feet checked, contact Dr. Nicholas Przystawski from Central Florida Foot Care, PA. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

Everyday Foot Care

Often, people take care of their bodies, face and hair more so than they do for their feet. But the feet are a very important aspect of our bodies, and one that we should pay more attention to. Without our feet, we would not be able to perform most daily tasks.

It is best to check your feet regularly to make sure there are no new bruises or cuts that you may not have noticed before. For dry feet, moisturizer can easily be a remedy and can be applied as often as necessary to the affected areas. Wearing shoes that fit well can also help you maintain good foot health, as well as making it easier to walk and do daily activities without the stress or pain of ill-fitting shoes, high heels, or even flip flops. Wearing clean socks with closed shoes is important to ensure that sweat and bacteria do not accumulate within the shoe. Clean socks help to prevent Athlete’s foot, fungi problems, bad odors, and can absorb sweat.

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Ankle pain is a common complaint that can make daily activities difficult. It is an uncomfortable sensation or ache in one or both of the ankle joints. Possible causes are varied. They include minor sprains, strains, fractures, arthritis, or tendon inflammation. The feeling is often described as a throbbing, sharp, or burning pain, sometimes accompanied by stiffness and swelling. It may hurt when you walk or bear weight. Prevention is key. Choose supportive footwear, maintain a healthy weight, and always stretch properly before exercise. Additionally, build strength in your lower legs and ankles. If pain does strike, rest and elevation are important first steps, and gentle compression may reduce swelling. A podiatrist can accurately diagnose the issue and offer specialized treatments, such as custom orthotics or targeted exercises for effective relief. If your pain is severe, if you cannot bear weight, or if swelling persists for more than two days, it is suggested that you consult a podiatrist for appropriate treatment solutions.

Ankle pain can be caused by a number of problems and may be potentially serious. If you have ankle pain, consult with Dr. Nicholas Przystawski from Central Florida Foot Care, PA. Our doctor will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment.

Ankle pain is any condition that causes pain in the ankle. Due to the fact that the ankle consists of tendons, muscles, bones, and ligaments, ankle pain can come from a number of different conditions.

Causes

The most common causes of ankle pain include:

• Types of arthritis (rheumatoid, osteoarthritis, and gout)
• Ankle sprains
• Broken ankles
• Achilles tendonitis
• Achilles tendon rupture
• Stress fractures
• Bursitis
• Tarsal tunnel syndrome
• Plantar fasciitis

Symptoms

Symptoms of ankle injury vary based upon the condition. Pain may include general pain and discomfort, swelling, aching, redness, bruising, burning or stabbing sensations, and/or loss of sensation.

Diagnosis

Due to the wide variety of potential causes of ankle pain, podiatrists will utilize a number of different methods to properly diagnose ankle pain. This can include asking for personal and family medical histories and of any recent injuries. Further diagnosis may include sensation tests, a physical examination, and potentially x-rays or other imaging tests.

Treatment

Just as the range of causes varies widely, so do treatments. Some more common treatments are rest, ice packs, keeping pressure off the foot, orthotics and braces, medication for inflammation and pain, and surgery.

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Plantar fasciitis often develops from repeated stress on the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot, called the plantar fascia. This ligament connects the heel bone to the toes, helps support the arch and absorbs shock with each step. When the plantar fascia becomes strained, small tears can form. This leads to pain that is usually felt near the heel and often gets worse after long periods of rest or standing. Risk factors of plantar fasciitis include prolonged standing, wearing shoes that lack adequate support, such as flip-flops, having flat feet or very high arches, or gaining body weight. A podiatrist can evaluate the foot, determine the source of pain, and recommend effective treatment, which may include surgery in persistent cases. If you are experiencing foot pain or other symptoms of plantar fasciitis, it is suggested that you make an appointment with a podiatrist for an exam and treatment.

Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that is often caused by a strain injury. If you are experiencing heel pain or symptoms of plantar fasciitis, contact Dr. Nicholas Przystawski from Central Florida Foot Care, PA. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. The plantar fascia is a ligament that connects your heel to the front of your foot. When this ligament becomes inflamed, plantar fasciitis is the result. If you have plantar fasciitis you will have a stabbing pain that usually occurs with your first steps in the morning. As the day progresses and you walk around more, this pain will start to disappear, but it will return after long periods of standing or sitting.

What Causes Plantar Fasciitis?

• Excessive running
• Having high arches in your feet
• Other foot issues such as flat feet
• Pregnancy (due to the sudden weight gain)
• Being on your feet very often

There are some risk factors that may make you more likely to develop plantar fasciitis compared to others. The condition most commonly affects adults between the ages of 40 and 60. It also tends to affect people who are obese because the extra pounds result in extra stress being placed on the plantar fascia.

Prevention

• Take good care of your feet – Wear shoes that have good arch support and heel cushioning.
• Maintain a healthy weight
• If you are a runner, alternate running with other sports that won’t cause heel pain

There are a variety of treatment options available for plantar fasciitis along with the pain that accompanies it. Additionally, physical therapy is a very important component in the treatment process. It is important that you meet with your podiatrist to determine which treatment option is best for you.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Leesburg, FL . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.